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Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

Have you ever wondered why we laugh or if you can really die of a broken heart? Join Professor Luke O'Neill on ‘Show Me the Science’ as he tackles a different issue each week; from the serious to the silly, all explained through science. This Newstalk production will open the world of science to people of all ages. New episodes every Thursday. Show me the Science is with thanks to B Braun. Listen and subscribe to Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.   You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

Latest episodes

159. The Science of Tech Neck

7 days ago - 10 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

158. The Science of Smoking and Immunity

14 days ago - 14 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

157. The Science of Long Covid

21 days ago - 13 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

156. The Science of Neuralink

a month ago - 16 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

155. The Science of Viagra

a month ago - 18 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

154. The Science of Morning People

a month ago - 14 mins

Show Me the Science with Luke O'Neill

50. The Science of Gene Therapy

What was once just a dream has become reality for scientists in recent years, and even in recent months, as gene therapy technology has advanced at a rapid pace, allowing us to fight diseases that were once beyond all treatment. In this episode, Luke explains the science behind gene therapy and picks four major breakthroughs that could have huge impacts. Listen and subscribe to Show Me the Science on Apple Podcasts ,Google Podcasts and Spotify.    Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.     You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.